Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $135,000.00 AnnuallyDo you believe that a company’s success depends on its people?If so, PSI is the place for you! PSI is nothing without people who build, design, and support it. We’re looking for a Manager, AI & Data Intelligence to join our scaling organization.What’s important to us:We are seeking to attract individuals who share and demonstrate our core values:Judgement, Curiosity, Agility, Results, Ownership, Teamwork .At Pacific Smoke International, our mission is to help people quit smoking by providing safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes. As the leading distributor of electronic vaporizers and award-winning vaping products in Canada, we've made significant progress since our founding in 2013. However, we have much more to accomplish for our customers, and we're looking for a culturally aligned Manager, AI & Data Intelligence to join in our IT team at our Markham headquarters. Take part in joining an exciting career in a booming industry!Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and strategic AI Manager to lead the development, adoption, and operationalization of AI capabilities across the organization. This role will bridge business strategy, data, analytics, and emerging AI technologies to drive operational efficiency, intelligent decision‑making, automation, and business growth.The AI Manager will work closely with business stakeholders, IT, data teams, and leadership to identify high‑value AI opportunities, define business logic and workflows, and implement scalable AI solutions aligned with organizational goals.This role is ideal for someone who understands both business operations and modern AI/data platforms, and can translate real‑world business processes into practical AI‑enabled solutions.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute the organization’s AI roadmap and adoption strategyIdentify business opportunities where AI can improve efficiency, decision‑making, customer experience, and revenue growthDrive AI maturity from descriptive analytics toward predictive and prescriptive intelligenceEvaluate emerging AI technologies, tools,



and platformsBusiness Process & Workflow IntelligenceWork with departments to understand operational workflows, pain points, and decision‑making processesTranslate business rules, operational logic, and workflows into AI‑ready frameworksDesign AI‑driven recommendation and decision‑support capabilitiesPartner with business teams to define measurable AI outcomes and KPIsCollaborate with data engineering and BI teams on AI‑ready data infrastructureSupport the evolution of:Data warehouse architectureSemantic layersMetadata managementRAG (Retrieval‑Augmented Generation) architectureAI governance frameworksEnsure AI solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architectureAI Solution DeliveryLead implementation of AI use cases such as:Predictive analyticsConversational AIKnowledge assistantsCoordinate with vendors, consultants, and internal technical teamsManage AI proof‑of‑concepts and pilot programsGovernance, Security & Responsible AIEstablish AI governance standards, policies, and best practicesEnsure responsible AI usage, data privacy, and security complianceSupport AI explainability, lineage, and trustworthinessPromote ethical and transparent AI practicesChange Management & AdoptionDrive AI awareness and adoption across the organizationTrain and educate teams on AI capabilities and opportunitiesFoster a culture of innovation and continuous improvementHelp business teams adapt workflows and operating models for AI‑enabled operationsQualifications:EducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, Business, or related fieldMaster’s degree is an assetExperience5+ years in data, analytics, AI, business intelligence,



or digital transformation rolesExperience leading AI or data‑driven initiativesStrong understanding of enterprise business processes and operational workflowsExperience with modern cloud data and AI platformsTechnical SkillsPreferred experience with:BigQuery / cloud data warehousesdbt / semantic modelingMicrosoft Fabric / Power BIAI/ML concepts and platformsMetadata management and data governanceAPIs and system integrationsRAG architecture and enterprise AI applicationsSoft SkillsStrategic thinkingStrong communication and stakeholder managementProblem‑solving mindsetAbility to bridge technical and business teamsLeadership and project managementInnovation and continuous learning mindsetSuccess MetricsOperational efficiency improvementsBusiness value generated from AI initiativesImproved decision‑making and automationUser engagement with AI tools and platformsScalable and trusted AI governance practicesPreferred TraitsCurious and forward‑thinkingStrong business acumenPassion for innovation and emerging technologiesPractical and execution‑orientedAble to simplify complex concepts into business valueWhat you can expect from Pacific Smoke International:A total compensation package that includes group benefits program starting from day 1 of joining and year‑end performance bonusOngoing learning and development opportunities to help build the career you want and hit the goals you set, while ensuring you’re reaching your fullest potentialTuition ReimbursementFour weeks of VacationHybrid work (four days in office)Awards for top performers and employee tenureA unique chance to build, grow and leave your impact on the industryTo work with a group of people who are humble, supportive, and care about our customersProduct at distributor pricing to all employeesCompany eventsEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Pacific Smoke international is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager, Ai & Data Intelligence - $85,000 - $135,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Pacific Smoke International
📍 Winnipeg